Greta will be selling potted herbs and signed copies of her book from 11-5pm and will be available to answer any questions on growing herbs.
Taste Kerry in the Festival Dome is a Free event
Gretas Herbs Annascaul, Dingle, Co Kerry
Potted herbs – Gardening Classes
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School friends from St Mary’s Presentation, Midleton Reunite
Delivering my talk on herbs!
http://www.radiokerry.ie/gretas-herbs/
She will be selling her potted herbs and signing copies of her book in the walled garden throughout Saturday and Sunday. Ballymaloe Garden Festival in September 2017
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Greta will be giving a talk on growing and using herbs from 2-3pm followed by book sales and signing of her recent publication ‘Greta’s Herbs, Growing Wild in the West of Ireland. 20% of book sales will go to Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin.
Book launch in the ‘Teak House’ of the National Botanic Garden’s, Glasnevin. 
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National Botanic Gardens Book launch
Dublin Botanic Gardens Wednesday 14th June
In celebration of Greta’s first publication ‘Greta’s Herbs, Growing Wild in the West of Ireland’
This lecture will include a slideshow with emphasis on culinary herbs and ornamental varieties. There will be 15 mins for Q & A, followed by book signing.
Time: 3 pm – 4.30 pm
Venue: Visitor Centre at the National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin.
Everyone welcome
Free Admission
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‘The Teak House’ restored in 2009
Dr Paul Cusack’s opening speech
TJ Quinn from Petals ‘N Buds Ballinrobe. Co Mayo
Presenting flowers to Anne Hennessy
Former students Ciaran Flood and Mick Boyle on the left.
Lorcan and Siobhan Tynan O’ Mahoney
The O’Brien family from ‘Balrath House and Courtyard’ Boyne Valley
Family
Unknown baby enjoying the warmth and flowers of the Teak House
My sister Breda
My children Hazel and JP
Sisters and friends
Presenting bouquet to Felicity Gaffney, Head of Ed at the Botanic Gardens
My sister Frances and daughter Hazel
Family
National Botanic Gardens Book launch
Loretta Brownen from Herbs on Thyme, Co Offaly assisting me!
Family
Robbie Overson doing his thing!
Book Signing
My sisters and I
Audience
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Speech
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Presenting bouquet to Mary Guinan – Graphic Designer
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The talented team of the publication’Greta’s Herb’s, Growing Wild in the West of Ireland’ – Mary Guinan (graphic Designer). Greta McCarthy, O ‘Brien (author) and Rob Beighton (photographer) -
Shannahan’s Garden Centre Farranfore: Sunday 21st May (2.30 to 4.30)
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FOOD WORKSHOPSAimed at chefs, culinary professionals and food enthusiasts of all levels of experienceBooking in Advance Required‘Greta’s Herbs, Growing Wild in the West of Ireland’Time: 10.30am-12 noonRoom: Hotel, Culinary Arts and Tourism Building, Room J208In celebration of her first publication ‘Greta’s Herbs, Growing Wild in the West of Ireland’, Greta will be running a series of slide shows featuring some images from the book. Throughout the day there will be open discussions on growing and managing herbs for your kitchen. The workshop includes seed sowing and identification of herb plants.Book sales RRP €15 and signing, selection of potted herbs also for sale.Free of chargeTo book a place on this workshop please e-mail tj.oconnor@staff.ittralee.ie or call 066 719180725 places available
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Signing at the Botanic Gardens, Dublin Kerry Launch in Benner’s Hotel, Dingle at Feile na Bealtaine, on Saturday 29th April 7-9pm.
Presented by Michael Ó Coileán, Féile na Bealtaine committee member.
Canapés and drinks with music from Sean Prior.
RVSP to help estimate numbers. Email gretasherbs@yahoo.com or text Greta: 086-3169716
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Venue: The National Botanic Gardens
Gardens, Glasnevin, Dublin
Date: Saturday 8th April 2017
Opening Speech by Dr. Paul Cusack retired principal and my former tutor.
‘The Teak House’ restored in 2009
Dr Paul Cusack (my previous Senior lecturer and Principal of Botanics)l
Book Signing and Sales RRP €15
Everyone welcome! Please email gretasherbs@yahoo.com 086-3169716 by April 1st (to help estimate attendance)
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160 pages in full colour throughout, thread sewn with a laminated finish making it durable and very user friendly. Ideal for anyone interested in growing and using herbs.
“Greta’s charming and beautifully illustrated book will be a source of tremendously useful advice, knowledge and inspiration for all who wish to grow their own herbs.” Rory O’Connell, Co-founder of the Ballymaloe Cookery school, TV presenter of ‘How to Cook Well’ and award winning author of ‘Master it’.
“From the practicalities of propagation, cultivation and harvesting to the many ways in which culinary and decorative herbs enrich our lives, ‘Greta’s Herb Book’ is a great ‘hands-on’ introduction to the world of herb growing, written by an experienced horticulturist and nursery-owner who knows her stuff.’ Fionnuala Fallon, The Irish Times gardening correspondent, horticulturist and author.
To purchase for delivery in Ireland €20
To purchase for delivery overseas €25
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Gretas Herbs Annascaul, Dingle, Co Kerry 